How to Use Poultry Production Data to Make Better Flock Decisions
Production data is one of the most powerful tools in commercial poultry operations, but the biggest opportunity is in how it’s integrated and applied …
Understanding Seven-Day Mortality in Poultry Production
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Seven-day mortality is a major challenge across the poultry industry because early …
Prebiotics vs. Probiotics in Poultry. What’s the Difference and When Should You Use Each?
Gut health has become one of the most talked-about topics in poultry production, and for good reason. A healthy digestive system supports feed …
How to Perform a Chicken Necropsy
A practical step-by-step guide to finding and identifying problems in your flock.
Whether you’re responding to a production challenge or just …
Keep Coccidiosis from Disrupting Flock Performance
Coccidiosis remains one of the most common and costly digestive challenges in poultry production, with global losses estimated to exceed $10 billion …
Are All Oregano Essential Oils the Same in Poultry Production?
In commercial poultry production, oregano essential oil is often treated like a commodity ingredient. If it says “oregano” on the label, the …
A Practical Guide to Mycotoxins in Poultry and How to Manage Them Safely
Weather conditions across the country were highly variable this year, with some areas receiving above-average rainfall and flooding and others …
Organic Sales Hit $71.6 Billion and Poultry is Contributing to Strong Growth
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Organic is no longer a niche market, it’s a major force shaping U.S. food and agriculture. In 2021, total organic …
Avian Metapneumovirus is Back and it’s Impacting More Than Just Turkeys
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Avian metapneumovirus (aMPV), also called turkey rhinotracheitis or, in chickens, …
What Poultry Producers Should Know About Hempseed Meal in Layer Diets
In August 2024, a historic change happened in U.S. poultry nutrition: Hempseed Meal (HSM) was officially approved as a feed ingredient for laying hens …